When it comes to rising basketball stars, sometimes it just takes that one standout performance to shift the narrative entirely. Enter Trey Pearson, the point guard from Pope John Paul II. While he may not have been on the radar of many outside the hoops circuit, his breakout during the Nike Peach Jam in North Augusta, SC, has certainly changed that.Coaches flock to events like these not just to scout established names but also to discover fresh talent. And Pearson was more than ready to shine. Standing at 6-foot-2 and weighing in at 170 pounds, he’s emerged as the No. 20 overall point guard in his class and ranks as the No. 5 player from Tennessee.
Though his offer sheet might still be a work in progress, Pearson turned heads this past weekend—most notably catching the eye of Kentucky’s assistant coach Alvin Brooks. Come Tuesday the conversation starter for one of college basketball’s most storied programs, and rightly so, has begun with Pearson.
Pearson made a serious statement while playing with Brad Beal Elite, racking up a record-setting 15 assists! What stood out was not just his ability to control the game but also his uncanny anticipation of plays. His basketball IQ is off the charts; he consistently creates opportunities with expert misdirection and floor awareness.
He also had an impressive performance at EYBL Kansas City, where he paired up with Arkansas commit JJ Andrews for a show-stopping game combining for an eye-popping 43 points; Pearson still managed to shine brightly with 18 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists. His versatility was evident as he navigated through defenses and knocked down three-pointers effortlessly.
Kentucky’s early interest is strategic—Pearson is now on the radar of other SEC powerhouses like Texas, Tennessee, and Vanderbilt. After showcasing his stellar defense and passing skills during Peach Jam, he’s created enough buzz not just for himself but also contributed significantly to his team’s title victory.
In a world where emerging talents often get overlooked until they reach superstar status, Trey Pearson is proving that he’s a name you’ll want to remember moving forward, especially amidst Big Blue Nation.